Category - Shrubs

Fall Planting Tips for Trees and Shrubs

Fall is the best time to plant trees, shrubs, and perennials in central North Carolina. That may...

Camellias have been one of the mainstays of the Southern garden since they were first brought to...

Hydrangeas were not too long ago considered by many as “old time plants.” That is, plants found...

Of all the interest I’ve had in gardening and going through various plant phases, collecting...

So much of our landscape is covered in trees. While trees are wonderful at providing us with shade...

Tropical summer weather makes me think of a retreat cloaked in lush, green foliage and hidden...

This is the season to think about roses—but before you bring out the sprayers and start cursing...

Forsythias are certainly welcome sights in the late winter because these early-blooming shrubs...

As an extension agent, I often get asked the question, “When is the best time to prune (insert...

The weight of heavy snow may cause limbs to break or topple whole trees. How you deal with damaged...

The deer can be conquered and you can have a lush interesting garden that will not be eaten. The...

Dwarf shrubs are among the most used of garden plants. Anyone doing landscaping or planting a...

The April series of spring blooming camellias (Camellia japonica) have gained popularity since...

Many plants need a rejuvenating moment in their lives, just as I do. I like to take some time off...

My husband maintains that as we age, gardeners transition through three stages: annuals...